BLACKPOOL CASHERS & CAHMS
WHY WE CHOSE THIS AMAZING GROUP.
DALTON GEARING
Youth Ambassador: Hot Tag Foundation
“I have been a patient at Blackpool Victoria hospital many times when I was little. I spent quite a bit of time on the children’s ward and I know first-hand how hard it is being away from your family and home comforts and not being allowed to leave your bed due to being ill. I have the utmost respect for all the hard work the doctors, nurses and also the play workers do keeping the kids entertained while in hospital: bringing games consoles, toys, books etc to your bedside if you can’t get out of bed; taking you to the playroom to play or into theatre; just being with you and distracting you through being put to sleep. I can’t imagine how hard it is being in hospital over Christmas and I know the toys and selection boxes donated will be a big help to the community this Christmas, and what a difference that will make putting a smile on the children’s faces. Thank you everyone who’s made this possible, you’re all amazing. From Dalton."
SAMANTHA GEARING
Dalton's mother & Hot Tag Volunteer
“As a parent it’s scary when your child’s in hospital. Dalton has been admitted many times to Blackpool Victoria hospital and the staff were just incredible they really do go above and beyond! One time he was in hospital it was Easter and he couldn’t have chocolate so they gave him a donated toy instead he was so happy he wasn’t left out because he couldn’t have chocolate! I know the staff and children will be so grateful for the donations we took up and will make all the children so happy this Christmas, thank you so much everyone who’s made donations. Thank you so much from Samantha & the Gearing Family.”.
DAN FRENCH
Founder: Hot Tag Foundation
“We decided to choose to use Blue Skies as we wanted to give back to the community and health services that influenced not only our Toy-al Rumble donation drive, but that has influenced the lives of our Youth Ambassador and his family; a connection close to our hearts and one we will continue to utilize in the future for sure.
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We are very excited to know that the donations will be going towards the CASHER & CAHMS services in Blackpool, a very important cause and can bring a light to those using the services during the holiday period.
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I would also like to extend a huge thank you to Lauren Summs and Ionut (Big John for their efforts in making this happen. We are in debt to you."